U Sing On Slopes - Stiga TCX 102 Owner's Manual

WARNING! Do not let debris and dried
grass accumulate in the upper part of the
cutting-means assembly in order to maintain
maximum machine efficiency and safety
levels.
After each use, clean the cutting-means as-
sembly thoroughly to remove any grass remains
or debris.
WARNING! Wear eye protection and
keep people or animals away from the sur-
rounding area when cleaning the cutting-
means assembly.
a) When washing the inside of the cutting-
means assembly and the collector channel, the
machine must be on firm ground with:
– the grass catcher or the rear discharge guard
fitted in place;
– t he operator seated;
– t he cutting-means assembly in position «1»;
– t he engine running;
– t he transmission in neutral;
– t he cutting means engaged.
Connect a water hose to each of the pipe fittings
(1) one at a time and run water through each one
for a few minutes, with the cutting means mov-
ing. Fig. 5.11)
IMPORTANT In order not to compromise the
efficiency of the electromagnetic clutch:
– do not let the clutch come into contact with oil;
– do not spray pressurised water directly on the
clutch unit;
– do not clean the clutch with petrol.
Now remove the grass catcher, empty and rinse
it, then place it where it can dry quickly.
b) To clean the upper part of the cutting-
means assembly:
– l ower the cutting-means assembly completely
(position «1»);
– b low a jet of compressed air through the right
and left guard openings. Fig. 5.12)
5.4.11 Storage and inactivity for long
periods
If you intend not to use the machine for a long
period (more than 1 month), disconnect the
battery cables and follow the instructions in the
engine instruction manual.
Fig. 5.13) Empty the fuel tank by disconnecting
the tube (1) situated at the inlet of the fuel filter
(2), and collect the fuel in a suitable container.
Reconnect the tube (1) making sure you position
the clamp properly (3).
Put the machine away in a dry, sheltered place
and preferably covered with a cloth (see 8.3).
IMPORTANT The battery must be kept in a
cool and dry place. Before a long storage period
(more than 1 month), always charge the bat-
tery, and then recharge before using again (see
6.2.3).
The next time the machine is used, check that
there are no fuel leaks from the tubes, fuel stop-
cock or carburettor.
5.4.12 Circuit board protection device
The electronic card has a self-resetting protec-
tor which breaks the circuit if there is a fault in
the electrical system.It results in the stopping of
the engine and an audible signal which can only
be stopped by removing the key.
The circuit automatically resets after a few sec-
onds but the cause of the fault should be ascer-
tained and dealt with to avoid reactivating the
protection device.
IMPORTANT To avoid activating the protec-
tion device:
– do not invert the leads on the battery terminals;
– do not use the machine without its battery or
damage may be caused to the charge regula-
tor;
– be careful not to cause short-circuits.
5.5 USING ON SLOPES (Fig. 5.14)
Observe the indicated limits (max 10° - 17).
WARNING!
forward movement on sloping ground to
prevent the risk of tipping up. Reduce the
forward speed before going on a slope, par-
ticularly downhill.
DANGER! Never switch to reverse gear
to decrease speed when going downhill: this
could cause loss of control of the machine,
especially on slippery ground.
Drive down slopes with your foot off the drive
pedal (see 4.32) to use the braking effect of the
hydrostatic transmission when the transmission
is not engaged.
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